On December 21, at about 2:10 p.m., Portage la Prairie RCMP received a report of found human remains at a residence in Oakville.

Officers attended immediately, confirmed the remains are not historic in nature, and secured the scene. RCMP Major Crime Services has taken responsibility of the investigation, and RCMP Forensic Identification Services is attending the location.

The investigation is in the early stages, and more information will be provided when available.